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Mombasa to Kisumu Bus — Book Tickets from KES 3,400

Book your Mombasa to Kisumu bus ticket online with Mash Poa. Fares are KES 3,400 – 6,000 depending on seat class, the journey takes about 14–16 hours, and you choose your own seat before you pay.

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Mombasa to Kisumu bus fares

Standard seat
KES 3,400
VIP seat
KES 6,000
Round trip from
KES 6,800
Journey time
14–16 hours

The Mombasa to Kisumu fare range reflects seat class. Standard seats are KES 3,400, while VIP seats in the front two rows — the widest recline and the most legroom on the coach — are KES 6,000. Every seat shows its exact price on the seat map before you confirm.

Mombasa to Kisumu bus schedule

Departure cityMombasa, Kenya
Arrival cityKisumu, Kenya
Journey time14–16 hours
DeparturesNight departures, typically between 9:30 PM and 10:15 PM
Service typeOvernight long-distance coach
OnboardFree Wi-Fi, power outlets, extra legroom, VIP seating
Fare rangeKES 3,400 – 6,000

How to book the Mombasa to Kisumu bus online

  1. Open the booking form — Mombasa and Kisumu are already selected.
  2. Pick your travel date and choose one way or round trip, then search.
  3. Choose a departure time and pick your seats on the live seat map, standard or VIP.
  4. Add passenger details and your pickup point, then confirm — a Mash Poa agent completes ticketing with you on WhatsApp.

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Mombasa to Kisumu bus — frequently asked questions

How much is the bus fare from Mombasa to Kisumu?

A standard seat from Mombasa to Kisumu costs KES 3,400 and a VIP seat costs KES 6,000. A round trip is priced at double the one-way fare, from KES 6,800.

How long is the bus journey from Mombasa to Kisumu?

The Mombasa to Kisumu trip takes about 14–16 hours. It is scheduled as an overnight service, so you travel while you sleep and arrive in the morning.

What time do buses leave Mombasa for Kisumu?

Night departures, typically between 9:30 PM and 10:15 PM. The exact departures available for your travel date are shown the moment you search the route.

How do I book a Mombasa to Kisumu bus ticket online?

Open the Mash Poa booking form with Mombasa and Kisumu pre-selected, choose your date and departure, pick your seats on the seat map, add passenger and pickup details, and confirm. A booking agent completes the ticket with you on WhatsApp at +254734680272.

Can I book the return trip from Kisumu to Mombasa?

Yes. The Kisumu to Mombasa leg is KES 3,400 – 6,000 and takes about 14–16 hours. You can also switch the booking form to round trip and pay for both legs at once.

Return trip: Kisumu to Mombasa

Travelling back? The Kisumu to Mombasa bus is KES 3,400 – 6,000 and takes about 14–16 hours. See Kisumu to Mombasa fares and schedule.

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